Enabling Wi-Fi on LPC5500 with AWS IoT Core

Enabling Wi-Fi Connectivity on LPC5500 MCU Series with Amazon Web Services

Welcome to this tutorial on enabling Wi-Fi connectivity on the LPC5500 MCU series using Amazon Web Services (AWS). In this article, we will guide you through the process of setting up a secure connection between your LPC5500 board and AWS IoT Core using Wi-Fi.

Introduction to LPC5500 MCU Series

The LPC5500 MCU series is based on the ARM Cortex-M33 core and is designed for a wide range of applications, including IoT devices. The series offers a robust set of features, including Wi-Fi connectivity, making it an ideal choice for developing connected devices.

Wi-Fi Connectivity Options

NXP has partnered with Silex to provide Wi-Fi connectivity options for the LPC5500 MCU series. The Silex modules are integrated into the NXP SDK, making it easy to develop Wi-Fi-enabled applications.

Setting Up AWS IoT Core

To enable Wi-Fi connectivity on your LPC5500 board, you need to set up an AWS account and create a thing in the AWS IoT Core service. This will generate a unique identifier for your device, which can be used to connect it to the cloud.

Configuring Wi-Fi Settings

To connect your LPC5500 board to AWS IoT Core using Wi-Fi, you need to configure the SSID and password of your Wi-Fi network. You also need to configure the AWS broker endpoint and thing name.

Building and Downloading the Application

Once you have configured the Wi-Fi settings, you can build and download the application to your LPC5500 board. This will enable the device to connect to AWS IoT Core using Wi-Fi.

Using the Android Application

To control your LPC5500 board remotely, you can use the provided Android application. This application communicates with AWS IoT Core to send commands to your device.

Additional Resources

For more information on enabling Wi-Fi connectivity on the LPC5500 MCU series, please visit the LPC55S69 EVK website and our NXP community.

Conclusion

In this article, we have shown you how to enable Wi-Fi connectivity on the LPC5500 MCU series using Amazon Web Services. By following these steps, you can create a secure connection between your device and AWS IoT Core, enabling remote control and monitoring capabilities.

MCU Tutorial

The MCU (Microcontroller Unit) tutorial is a comprehensive guide designed for individuals interested in learning about microcontrollers and their applications. Microcontrollers are small computers on a single integrated circuit, containing a processor core, memory, and programmable input/output peripherals.

The MCU tutorial is set against the backdrop of increasing demand for automation in various sectors, including industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics. As technology advances, the need for intelligent systems that can interact with their environment has become more pronounced.

In response to this trend, manufacturers have developed a wide range of microcontrollers, each with its unique features and capabilities. The MCU tutorial aims to provide learners with a solid foundation in understanding the fundamentals of microcontrollers, their architectures, programming models, and applications.

• Introduction to Microcontrollers
• Microcontroller Architectures
• Programming Models (Assembly Language, C/C++)
• Input/Output Operations and Interrupt Handling
• Timers, Counters, and PWM Generation
• Communication Protocols (UART, SPI, I2C)
• Case Studies: Real-World Applications of Microcontrollers

Enabling Wi-Fi on LPC5500 with AWS IoT Core

#include "iot_demo.h"

#define AWS_IOT_ENDPOINT "a1b2c3d4e5f6g7h8.iot.us-east-1.amazonaws.com"
#define THING_NAME "LPC5500_WiFi_Thing"
#define CERTIFICATE_FILE "/path/to/certificate.pem.crt"
#define PRIVATE_KEY_FILE "/path/to/privatekey.pem.key"

int main() {
  // Initialize Wi-Fi module
  wifi_init();

  // Connect to AWS IoT Core
  iot_demo_connect(AWS_IOT_ENDPOINT, THING_NAME, CERTIFICATE_FILE, PRIVATE_KEY_FILE);

  while (1) {
    // Publish a message to the thing's shadow
    iot_demo_publish("Hello from LPC5500!", "shadow/update");

    // Wait for 10 seconds before publishing again
    vTaskDelay(10000 / portTICK_PERIOD_MS);
  }

  return 0;
}